Ethos Veterinary Health

Emergency Registered Veterinary Technician

ER - Registered Veterinary Technician - Mississauga, ON, Canada - Full Time


 
$3,000 SIGN ON BONUS!
If you want to become the kind of ER technician others rely on—this is where that happens.

If you’re an experienced RVT who thrives in emergency medicine—or you’re coming from GP and ready for more complexity, more skill, and more growth—and you want to actually use your abilities at a high level, not just talk about them, we should talk.

At Veterinary Emergency and Referral Hospital of West Toronto, we’re not just hiring for coverage.

We’re building a team of RVTs who want to grow, push themselves, and be part of something exceptional.

Compensation & Schedule
  • $28–$35/hr + $2/hr overnight differential (8p – 7a) + $3,000 sign-on bonus
  • Three 12-hour shifts
    • Rotating days & overnights
    • Every other weekend
Why this role stands out
This is the kind of ER where:
  • You’re not stuck doing the same basic tasks every shift
  • You’ll be trusted with advanced nursing skills
  • You’ll work alongside a team that actually supports and teaches each other
  • And you’ll go home knowing you made a real impact on critical cases
What you’ll have access to
This isn’t a bare-bones ER. You’ll have the tools to do your job well:
  • Digital x-ray, ultrasound
  • IDEXX in-house lab, i-Stat
  • Multi-parameter monitoring
  • EzyVet + Smartflow + Cubex
  • And a team that knows how to use it all
What you’ll actually do here
This is a hands-on, high-skill ER role. You’ll be trusted with:
Core ER Skills
  • Venipuncture & IV catheter placement
  • Triage, patient assessment, vitals
  • Anesthesia, surgical prep & recovery
  • Hospitalized patient monitoring & nursing care
  • Radiographs, ECG monitoring
  • Client communication & education
Advanced Skills (and yes—you’ll actually use them)
  • Central lines
  • Urinary catheters, NG tubes, nasal cannulas
  • Chest tubes & feeding tubes
  • Blood transfusions
  • Advanced CPR (RECOVER certification provided)
What you get (beyond a paycheck)
  • 100% employer-paid health premiums + $500 Wellness Program!
  • OAVT dues covered
  • RRSP with employer match
  • CE + real support to grow your skills
  • Vacation earned within your first year + 5 PAID sick days
    • Two paid bereavement days, including for the loss of a beloved pet
  • Employee pet discounts, vision care & more
  • Secure underground parking
  • Access to VetBloom (RACE-approved CE)
  • Penn Foster partnership + scholarships
  • License application & renewal reimbursement
  • Fully stocked snack kitchen!
A team you’ll actually want to work with
We take our medicine seriously—but not ourselves.
  • Collaborative, supportive team
  • Leadership with an open-door, no-ego approach
  • Culture ambassador + team events (yes, we actually do them)
  • A hospital that gives back—supporting local rescues and running Canadian Animal Blood Banking clinics
Who this is perfect for
An RVT who:
  • Wants to level up in emergency medicine
  • Is confident in anesthesia and patient care—but still wants to learn more
  • Thrives in a fast-paced environment
  • Values teamwork, growth, and doing things the right way
If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be challenged, supported, and genuinely excited to come to work—this is it.

Tell us what you’re looking for in your next role, and let’s see if we can build it together.

Mississauga, ON
Canada



Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, Ethos provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.
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